Getting Involved

Study Volunteers

These trials, which are an essential part of the Institute's research activities to
improve eye care, rely heavily on the invaluable contributions of volunteer participants.

The VRI will be conducting numerous clinical studies every year for the global eyecare
industry. Most studies will require 10–100 people to wear either well-known brands
or developmental products for a specific time varying between 1 day up to a year or
more.

We frequently require volunteers to participate in our studies. Mostly, we will require
experienced contact lens wearers but also will need those that are eyeglass wearers
and occasionally even those that don't seem to have vision problems.

How to Get Involved

If you are interested in becoming a study volunteer, or are wondering if you qualify
for any study we currently have going, please add your details to our registration formand we will contact you immediately to discuss this process. There is no age restriction
to signing up for a study volunteer. For example, we are presently involved in research
projects from 8 to 70 years old.

For some of these studies there is a nominal financial payment upon completion. Others
may provide free products. Throughout, you will have access to expert treatment and
eye care at the Michigan College of Optometry.

Of most importance, you will be helping others through clinical vision research, contributing
to the development of future eyecare products and techniques for improved vision correction.